Engine starting, charging and ignition systems Ford Fusion

Battery design features
The manufacturer installs a maintenance-free battery with a nominal voltage of 12 V and a capacity of 54 Ah on cars. The battery elements are located in a polypropylene...

Possible battery problems
Possible battery malfunctions, their causes and solutions

Removing and installing the battery
You will need: key «on 10», end head «at 13», extension. 1. Turn off the ignition (if it was included) and open the hood. 2. Loosen handpiece pinch nut «mass» wires.....

Charging the battery
Carefully clean the battery removed from the car, especially its upper part, check the electrolyte level and, if necessary, bring it to normal (if the vehicle has a...

Generator Design Features
Ford Fusion vehicles are equipped with three-phase alternators with electromagnetic excitation, with built-in rectifier unit and electronic voltage regulator. The fan...

Possible generator malfunctions
Possible malfunctions of the generator, their causes and remedies

Removal and installation of the generator
You will need: socket wrench «on 10» and key «at 15». 1. Disconnect the wire from the terminal «minus» battery. 2. Remove the accessory drive belt (see « Accessory drive...

Generator repair
The generator is a fairly complex and high-precision unit. For its disassembly, troubleshooting and assembly, special equipment is required. Therefore, if you do not...

Starter design features
Bosch starters are installed on Ford Fusion cars. The starter is a DC electric motor with permanent magnet excitation, with a planetary gear and an electromagnetic...

Possible starter malfunctions
Possible starter malfunctions, their causes and remedies

Removal and installation of a starter
You will need: socket wrenches «on 10», «at 13». Place the vehicle on a pit or lift. 1. Disconnect the wire from the terminal «minus» battery. 2. Loosen the terminal nut...

Starter repair
Starter details are shown in fig. 10.3. Before disassembling the starter, make sure it is defective by following these simple checks. Pic. 10.3. Starter details: 1 -...

Checking the ignition switch (lock)
Switch (lock) ignition switch with mechanical locking device and electrical contact part is located on the right side of the steering column under the steering wheel....

Replacing the contact group of the ignition switch (lock)
You will need a flat blade screwdriver. 1. Disconnect the wire from the terminal «minus» battery. 2. Remove the top.. 3.... and the lower part of the casing of the...

Replacing the ignition switch (lock) cylinder
You will need: a flat-blade screwdriver, a 2 mm pin. 1. Disconnect the wire from the terminal «minus» battery. 2. Remove the top.. 3.... and the lower part of the casing...

Removal and installation of the switch (lock) of ignition
Switch (lock) ignition is mounted on the steering column and secured with two bolts with self-tapping heads, therefore, to replace it, the bolts must be removed with a...

Features of the design of the engine management system
The engine installed on Ford Fusion vehicles is equipped with an electronic engine management system with multipoint fuel injection. This system ensures compliance with...

Possible malfunctions of the engine management system
Possible malfunctions of the engine management system, their causes and remedies

Checking the ignition coil
You will need a tester or ohmmeter. 1. Disconnect the wire from the terminal «minus» battery. 2. Remove the air filter (see « Removal and installation of the air filter...

Removal and installation of the ignition coil
You will need a TORX T25 key. 1. Disconnect the wire from the terminal «minus» battery. 2. Remove the air filter (see « Removal and installation of the air filter »). 3....

Replacing the electronic engine control unit
To replace the electronic engine control unit, you must have certain skills. In the absence of sufficient skill, do not try to remove the computer yourself, but contact...

Check and replacement of gauges of a control system of the engine
Engine crankshaft position sensor installed at the rear of the engine block opposite the flywheel. If a malfunction occurs in the crankshaft position sensor circuit, the...